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Feid Releases His First Single “Remix Exclusivo” and Announces his US Tour

FEID, the Latin superstar with the greatest momentum this 2023, kicks off his year with the new explosive release of “REMIX EXCLUSIVO,” the first of this year. Feid has flourished as a global icon with a historic 2022 that consisted of sold-out world tours, released the transcendental album ‘Feliz Cumpleaños Ferxxo Te Pirateamos El Album’ which garnered over 4 billion streams and was positioned in the most important Billboard and Spotify global charts. With six songs in Spotify’s Top 200 Global Chart, Feid currently sits at the #8 spot on Spotify’s Global Daily Artist chart and has over 26 consecutive weeks in the Top 15 of this global chart. This week, Feid will surpass 15 billion career streams and has three songs in Billboard’s Top 50 Hot Latin Songs chart.

Feid is already known as one of the most important voices of Reggaeton and is progressing to become one of the biggest artists of 2023. Feid continues his tour through Latin America with sold-out concerts in Costa Rica, Peru, Ecuador, and the Dominican Republic. Feid also announced his 29 dates, a North American tour this year. Recently, he was the cover star of Billboard for March 2023 and was also highlighted as the next star of Reggaeton for this year.

Puerto Rican Duo Baby City Club Returns with Refreshing New Single “Watersport”

After making a splash with their single “Modela Pa’ Mi” in January, the rising Puerto Rican duo Baby City Club continues to establish their position as one of the most exciting new acts in Latin music. Today the group returns with their latest single “Watersport,” the perfect track for welcoming the spring season.

“Watersport” is yet another brilliant example of how Baby City Club evokes a mood with its music and how they are breaking the sonic mold with its innovative blend of genres. Written by the duo and produced by Axel Ghxst, the song comes alive with irresistible, dance-ready funk rhythms and captures the energy of a carefree tropical vacation, enticing thirsty ears and inviting fans to kick back, relax, and enjoy the good vibes.

Formed by brothers June Summer and Augie Pink, Baby City Club is the best-kept secret in Latin music and while they maintain the qualities that led to their success with their previous band that toured all over the U.S., their refreshing artistic proposal is rejuvenating the current landscape with an elevated and delectably modern pop sound developed with urban music fans in mind.

As the second single to be released from their highly anticipated upcoming album, which is scheduled to drop in Summer, “Watersport” continues to shape the new era that Baby City Club began with their previous single “Modela Pa’ Mi.” The official music video, filmed by June Summer and Andyoceans with production house Ripe Mango Films, captures the delightfully breezy tone of the song, allowing fans to escape into a welcoming paradise where they are surrounded by glistening ocean water and can soak up the warmth of the glowing sunshine.

Raymix Releases “Mi Otra Half”

RAYMIX, The creator behind electro cumbia is celebrating the release of his new album, ‘MI OTRA MITAD,’ consisting of thirteen songs produced by Raymix himself and featuring special collaborations with artists from different genres adapted to the cumbia style, enhancing each of the songs.

‘Mi Otra Mitad’ is a very special album for Raymix, as he introduces for the first time his alter ego, Edmundo Gomez, portraying his sensitivity and creativity, and being transparent by removing the dark glasses and the cap that have characterized him during presentations.

This new project includes love songs such as, “Supernova,” “Los Caminos Del Amor,” the melodic  “Mi Otra Mitad,” “Imposible,” songs about heartbreak like “3 Minutos” with Mariana Seoane“Desvelo” with C-Kan, “Nada” and the radio hit “El Final De Nuestra Historia” with Grupo Quintanna, besides casual songs like “55” with queen bee Chiquis, “Nunca Tristes Remix,” “Cruda” with Maria León and more. It is worth mentioning that in this new material, Raymix included two special songs out of  the electro cumbia genre: “Adicto a Tu Cuerpo” where he shares his talents with Gera Demara, and a dance song with Mi$HNRZ titled, “Delorean Remix.”

The single that lends its title to the album is a ballad where Raymix talks about all of the emotions we feel when we’re happy alone while feeling satisfied when being with another person which complements both the soul and the plans. This song comes with a video recorded in Mazatlán, showcasing the joy you feel when you’re in love.

Samia Shares New Double Single: “Breathing Song” and “Honey”

Samia shares two new songs from her highly anticipated second album, Honey just ahead of its recent release via Grand Jury Music“Breathing Song” and the album’s title track, “Honey. The release of these two singles is accompanied by a new video for “Honey” directed by her frequent collaborator De Ella Jacq Justice.

The video symbolically captures the recurring themes of interconnectedness, community, vulnerability, responsibility and friendship within the album as two different versions of Samia perform; one on stage with the warm embrace of an audience that sings every word, and another exposed in an empty bar singing to nothing more than an attentive camera.

“Breathing Song” and “Honey” follow the December release of another pair of companion songs to the album, “Pink Balloon” and “Sea Lions” , depicting different stages in the dissolution of a relationship, accompanied by their respective videos directed by Samia with Jacq Justice. “Mad At Me” , released in November, is the bold and irresistible single that showcases Samia’s trademark bravado through the display of vulnerability and unabashedly catchy melody. “Mad At Me” was produced with Rostam and Caleb Wright , and features Papa MBye  and followed the lead single.“Kill Her Freak Out ,” the sober and unflinching album opener that was shared in September alongside the Honey announcement , accompanied by a video starring Academy Award-nominated actor Lucas Hedges.

Samia recently completed a tour of the UK, which included a series of concerts supporting Maggie Rogers, where she won over the crowd each night. She also gave a successful sold-out concert at London’s XOYO, where she joined Orla Gartland and Katie Gregson-Macleod on stage (with other artists like  King Krule and Okay Kaya in the audience), and a set at Pitchfork Festival . londonalongside Cate Le Bon and Courtney Barnett , among others. Next, Samia will embark on a US and Canadian tour beginning in February right after the album’s release.

Vale x Marco Mares Collaborate on “Máquina Del Tiempo”

Colombian twin sister duo VALE and Mexican singer-songwriter Marco Mares, both Latin Grammy®-nominated acts who have made an incredible impact on the Latin music scene in a brief period of time, have teamed up to release their first collaboration together titled “Máquina Del Tiempo,” out today via Rebeleon Entertainment, and Virgin Music US Latin.

Written by Valeria Perez and Valentina Perez (VALE) and Marco Mares, and produced by Daniel “Vago” Galindo, “Máquina Del Tiempo” is a heartfelt story that overflows with nostalgia, but at the same time also offers a fresh dose of humor. The song speaks to the relatable feeling we sometimes experience after a breakup, when we’re still getting used to how the relationship has changed and we’re looking for a way to help ourselves heal. On this track, VALE and Mares propose an amusing solution; suggesting that a time machine might just be the device we need to be able to relive those special moments we shared with our significant other so we can finally move on.

“This is the first time that we have invited an artist to collaborate on a song with us, and we had the pleasure and honor of having Marco Mares. As an artist and person, he is incredible. We admire him a lot and this first time could not be better,” VALE shares about collaborating with Mares.

John Legend Releases Bilingual Hit Song “Nervous” with Sebastián Yatra

Multi-platinum, 12-time GRAMMY Award-winner John Legend released a breathtaking version of his hit song “Nervous” with Colombian-American chart-topping singer and songwriter Sebastián Yatra.  Stream the new bilingual interpretation of the song.

“Sebastian is such a gifted artist,” said Legend. “I’m so glad we could collaborate again on this special version of “Nervous!”

“I was actually a bit “Nervous” to do the song with John because singing alongside one of the best singers in the world can be pretty overwhelming,” said Sebastián. “He is an incredible vocalist and performer and puts so much emotion into everything he does. I’m so grateful to be a part of such a special song.”

The original version of “Nervous” is featured on Legend’s eighth studio album, ‘LEGEND’ available now everywhere via Republic Records. The track recently blew up on TikTok after Legend initiated an open verse challenge inviting fans to add their own verse to the song via the popular “duets” feature. To date, the video has generated over 56M views on the platform. “Nervous” has also amassed over 11M global streams since its release.

This is the second collaboration for Legend and Yatra, who previously collaborated on a bilingual version of Yatra’s No. 1 hit “Tacones Rojos,” from his latest project, ‘Dharma,’ which debuted at number 12 on the US Billboard Top Latin Albums, including number 2 on the Latin Pop Albums chart, amassing over 2.3 billion streams in its first week. Legend joined Yatra for “Tacones Rojos” at the 23rd Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards®, which will aired on Univision on Thursday, November 17, 2022.

“I’m Not Terrified” is the third single off the Chilean artist’s upcoming first full-length album “Blue Dalom”

Singer, songwriter, producer, Luthier and DJ Cigarbox Man is becoming internationally renowned for the signature style of music that he has coined “Sustainable Rock,” refreshing the scene with his powerful message of peace and advocacy for sustainability. Today the groundbreaking Chilean artist arrives with his new single “I’m Not Terrified,” a thrilling piece that will prompt listeners to confront even their worst demons.

Channeling the energy of legendary psychedelic rock band Pink Floyd, Cigarbox Man created this extraordinary track while on a three-day retreat in the Sierras, encountering his inspiration for the song after a barefoot night walk through the snowy forest led him into a raw and primal state of mind. “I’m Not Terrified” hums with scintillating electricity, summoning the imagery of a mystifying yet alluring alternate universe born from the apprehension of the unknown. Accompanied by his iconic cigarbox guitar, which he crafted himself from recycled materials, with his latest single, Cigarbox Man offers fans a daring ride into the farthest corners of the mind, taking them to the places they are most afraid to explore.

From the subways of Santiago to one of the main stages of Lollapalooza CL, and now to the Bay Area, Cigarbox Man has steadily been rising as one of the most talented and intriguing artists to hit the independent music scene in recent years. Captivating listeners everywhere with his compelling fusion of rock, electronica, delta blues and psychedelia, his engaging stories are rooted in the complex aspects of the human condition as well as his own personal experiences.

“I’m Not Terrified” is the third single from Cigarbox Man’s first full-length album “Blue Dalom,” and the first track released in partnership with Chilean environmental organization Cultiva (https://www.cultiva.cl). Proceeds from the track will guarantee the planting of a minimum of ten trees, absorbing an estimated 6 tons of CO2 over the life of the trees.

The new album sees Cigarbox Man joining forces with the project’s co-producer Tomas Salcedo (from the band Fantastic Negrito), and a dream team of Bay Area Grammy winners and acclaimed artists and producers, including Thomas Pridgen on drums (The Mars Volta, Residente), Uriah Duffy on bass (Whitesnake), and Karl Perazzo on percussion (Carlos Santana). The highly anticipated album is being mixed by two-time Grammy winner Nahuel Bronzini (mixing engineer, Fantastic Negrito), and promises to solidify Cigarbox Man’s position as a trailblazer in the contemporary music landscape.

IAMCHINO Makes Everyone Dance with the Premiere of “Palito Rico”

IAmChino, the Cuban-American star has dazzled in the field of the music industry obtaining collaborations with very important artists of Latin and international music. 

Outstanding multi-award winning artist and producer IAMCHINO celebrates the release of his new single and video clip “PALITO RICO”, ​​a fusion of hip-hop and dembow international that unites a catchy rhythm with a lyrical that is sure to captivate on the dance floor again and again. 

“PALITO RICO” is a musical theme that has a joyful fusion that will make you dance nonstop wherever you are. “Palito Rico” tells the plot of a girl who left IAMCHINO, who was not sad at all, who was single again, she is very happy and living her best moment, a story in which we can all identify at some point in life. our lives.

IAMCHINO is currently on his friend, colleague, and boss Pitbull’s “Can’t Stop Us Now” US tour as official DJ, and has been on stage during the tour, as a guest performing his greatest hits. 

Important hits stand out in IAmChino’s successful career. Creator of numerous musical successes, such as the recent “Pepas” and “El Incomprendido” Farruko’s latest album “LA 167”. He is also the creator in production of the new musical anthem, “Pepas”, a song that is in the first places of various international billboards. In 2021 it was awarded #2 on Spotify among the “10 Best Latin Songs of 2021”. 

IAmChino has worked with numerous stars such as Natti Natasha, for whom he produced the single “No Pod Saber” from her album “Nattividad”. During his successful career he has worked with various luminaries such as Pitbull, Yandel, Enrique Iglesias, Jennifer Lopez, Daddy Yankee, Ne-Yo, Ozuna, Diddy (Puff Daddy), Rauw Alejandro, El Alfa, Farruko, Justin Quiles among others. . 

Also as a DJ, he is the main figure of the Pitbull tour in 32 cities, “I Feel Good” and “Can’t Stop Us Now”. She has worked with Pitbull for years and is part of his record label Mr. 305 Records. 

Álvaro Díaz Unveils New Single “Lentito”

Today fashion forward Puerto Rican rapper, Álvaro Díaz, releases highly anticipated new single “Lentito,” presented by Gallery Sessions, via Universal Music Latino and under the management of Top Floor Talent and NEON16. The track was produced by celebrated and award-winning producers: Manuel Lara, who is up for 4 Latin GRAMMY nominations this year, Caleb Calloway, who is up for 3 Latin GRAMMY nominations and Orteez.

“Lentito” is part of his forthcoming album ‘Sayonara’ and was filmed in Barcelona, Spain with Gallery Sessions, a renowned YouTube channel dedicated to promoting live music sessions recorded in different window displays around the world. The channel boasts 200k subscribers and has featured prominent artists such as Bizarrap, Lunay, Julieta Venegas, and Maria Becerra, amongst others.

Díaz recently performed in front of over 6,000 fans at his SOLD-OUT debut show in Mexico City’s Pepsi Center WTC and was presented with various plaques for his global hit single “Problemón” feat. Rauw Alejandro and for his album ‘Felicilandia’ by his label, Universal Music Latino. Díaz received a Diamond, a Platinum and a Gold certification for “Problemón” and a Gold certification for ‘Felicilandia.’ Díaz will be wrapping up his Adios Felicilandia tour in México this Saturday October 1st at the Guanamor in Guadalajara More news from Álvaro Díaz coming soon!

Lara Project Releases New Single + Visuals for “Altas Horas”

Latin Grammy winning Venezuelan artist-production duo and creative directors, Lara Project, releases new single “Altas Horas” via Ingrooves and NEON16. The track, inspired by sounds captured on a late night drive with hints of nu-disco, funk, and Pop, is accompanied by Felix Lara’s sultry vocals as he croons about a chemistry he can’t decipher. The single is part of Lara Project’s forthcoming album sobrenatural which is set to be released later this year. 

The video, an original concept created by Felix Lara (vocalist, producer) and Dominican creative director Eric Alvarez, was directed by Johanser Martinez and filmed in Miami. Felix explains the video process as wanting to “create the visual complement with open interpretation, since Altas Horas talks about perspective and not differentiating between good and bad.” 

Composed of brothers Manuel Lara and Felix Lara, the multidisciplinary artists produce, write, mix and master all their songs. Individually, Manuel has production credits with Bad Bunny, Rauw Alejandro, Kali Uchis, Tainy, Omar Apollo, Sebastián Yatra, Feid and Julieta Venegas amongst others. Manuel was also the executive producer on Cuco’s latest album Fantasy Gateway which includes the standout track “Sitting in the Corner” feat. Adriel Favela and Kacey Musgraves. Felix, who assumes the role of lead vocalist and composer for the band, also exists in this realm and has production credits with Bad Bunny, Álvaro Díaz, Duki, and Mora while creatively leading all forms of artistic direction including visual and video concepts, styling, and rollout branding.